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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Consultant, Data Science and Analytics - **Company:** Transunion's Internal - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Data Analysis, BigQuery, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Data Manipulation Languages, Data Mining, R (Programming Language), Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, SQL Databases, Apache Spark, Data Management - **Published:** June 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/94dcedff-a754-4f69-a610-624ad541fbae ## About the Role * Master's or PhD degree in statistics, applied mathematics, financial mathematics, engineering, operations research, or another highly quantitative field. A track record of academic excellence * 4+ years of professional experience performing analytic work in Financial Services or related industries * 3+ years of demonstrated success in client-facing roles * Advanced programming skills; mastery of a statistical language such as R or Python; experience using other programming and data manipulation languages (SQL, Hive, C/C++, Java); familiarity with relational, MPP, and/or Hadoop data management frameworks; proficiency with Microsoft Office tools * Versatile interpersonal and communication style with the ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels within and outside the organization; ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment We're also looking for the preferred skills below. Whether you are proficient or could use some brushing up, we're happy to support your career development and growth in: * An understanding of current industry challenges and trends at the level needed to proactively identify customers' analytical needs and related business opportunities ## Description This position will report into a Senior Manager of Data Science & Analytics, joining the Financial Services Analytics team, which is an industry recognized, client-facing department that rewards an entrepreneurial spirit. We have deep technical expertise and an established reputation as an analytic solutions provider in the Financial Services industry. We have a wealth of data and industry experience within our large group of highly-trained analysts, statisticians, engineers, and economists. This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week., * You will partner with internal and external cross-functional teams to drive new business initiatives and deliver long term value-added product propositions for B2B customers in the US financial services segment at TransUnion. This includes but is not limited to the development of predictive risk management and business intelligence solutions for credit card issuers, personal loan lenders, collections agencies and retail banks. * You will lead analytic client engagements involving descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analysis through the consumer lending portfolio lifecycle, leveraging a variety of techniques (e.g., segmentation, classification modeling, survival analysis, , scenario and sensitivity analysis). * You will design and write programs for data extraction, statistical analysis, and predictive modeling on large population datasets using languages such as R, Python and SQL using Spark or BigQuery in cloud computing environments. * You will deliver analytic insights and recommendations in succinct and compelling presentations for internal and external customers and an executive audience. * You will develop project proposals, sales presentations and promotional collateral to enable the adoption of integrated customer solutions supported by TransUnion. * You will identify strategies and opportunities for customers to test and adopt TransUnion's analytic products and services. * You will provide mentorship and training to junior colleagues and maintain progress on all initiatives under limited direct supervision. * You will foster a high performance culture and cultivate an environment that promotes excellence and reflects the TransUnion brand. * This role will require the ability to travel 10-20% ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Anomaly Detection - Using unsupervised Machine Learning for detecting anomalies in customer base](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/6-anomaly-detection-using-unsupervised-machine-learning-for-detecting-anomalies-in-customer-base) - [Making Data Warehouses fast. 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